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Cybersecurity is essential for digital development, yet the world faces a shortage of 3 million professionals, and with women remaining largely underrepresented. Globally, women make up less than 1 in 5 in the cybersecurity field, with even lower representation in Africa (9%), MENA (5%), Latin America and the Caribbean (8%), and North America and Europe (7.5%). To address this gap, the World Bank, Cybersecurity Multi-Donor Trust Fund is calling for global action to engage more women and girls in tackling cyber threats. Greater inclusion is key to building stronger, more resilient digital systems for all. Learn more here and by watching this video.
